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A bit concerned about jagged shaped muscles in anus, should i be?

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Dr. Angelina Postoev md facs answered

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Not enough info: not sure what you mean by jagged shapes? Is it as growth or hemorrhoid? Is there pain?

Answered 3/7/2021

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